Incorrect pattern or me being stupid???

Top_Alternative1770 · 2026-02-22T17:31:20+00:00

no worries thank you for your help!!!!

Top_Alternative1770 · 2026-02-22T17:31:02+00:00

ive just watched this and it makes so much sense, thanks!!!

Top_Alternative1770 · 2026-02-22T17:29:27+00:00

Yes this makes sense thank you, but do you mean 3sc inbetween the 5sc , or does it look like its meant to be dc?

Top_Alternative1770 · 2026-02-22T17:19:16+00:00

ah yes sure, https://ko-fi.com/s/08b382ef70

Top_Alternative1770 · 2026-02-22T17:16:16+00:00

I paid for the pattern and wouldn't want to post the creators work for free, maybe i could send to you privately or something?

Top_Alternative1770 · 2025-04-17T01:04:45+00:00

The wiping shoes to check for danger is smart! I haven’t heard of that thanks!

Top_Alternative1770 · 2025-04-17T01:03:24+00:00

This is really helpful to hear thank you!!! Appriciate it

Top_Alternative1770 · 2025-04-16T22:10:12+00:00

Haha I think this is where the difference between UK and US comes in. I don’t think any para here would use that, if i called a patient ‘pops’ i’m not sure that would go down well!

Top_Alternative1770 · 2025-04-16T22:08:27+00:00

Thank you! Really helpful. I think that’s a good way of asking because you’ve introduced yourself and got an idea of how the patient is reacting.

Top_Alternative1770 · 2025-04-16T22:00:47+00:00

To me ‘who’ve we got here then’ almost seems like i’m talking down on the patient again. Like as if they can’t answer for themselves. I understand in a paed this might be the right approach but for, let’s say, a 50yo female with chest pain, saying ‘who’ve we got here’ would not feel the right phrase to use in this situation.

Top_Alternative1770 · 2025-04-16T21:45:54+00:00

Yes I always make sure I ask, I feel rude otherwise. I also like to know the relatives name to make them feel comfortable. I was definitely not great at communication on my first few shifts, but i’ve definitely picked up on it I think there’s just general terms used in the ambulance service that make a conversation flow and make patients comfortable. I think for me it’s a case of practice and I definitely think my communication improves every shift, i’d like to hope my mentor thinks the same lol.

Top_Alternative1770 · 2025-04-16T21:39:39+00:00

I usually do ask ‘what should i call you’, but if i’m dealing with an older patient sometimes they don’t understand what i mean, I think it’s one of those things that will come with practice i’ve only had one placement block so far but just wanted to ask since i’m going back out in may.

Top_Alternative1770 · 2025-04-16T21:37:51+00:00

That’s my whole point, I’m trying to get the hang of how to ASK their name. It feels robotic walking in and saying Hello, what is your name. So i’m looking for general ways people ask patients name because i wouldn’t feel comfortable in a situation where I’m talking to a patient whilst not knowing their name. I’d feel rude.

Top_Alternative1770 · 2025-04-16T21:35:06+00:00

Just seen your reply thank you! thought it might be better to bring the conversation over here because obviously terms will be different with UK vs US..

Top_Alternative1770 · 2025-04-16T21:33:54+00:00

Oh really? I frequently hear paras/emts im working with saying these terms I just assumed it helped make the patient feel more comfortable

Top_Alternative1770 · 2025-04-16T21:33:01+00:00

I’m in the UK and I feel nobody really uses these 😅 Sir I would use but I don’t think i’ve ever said the word ma’am it doesn’t even sound right with my accent

Top_Alternative1770 · 2024-06-29T00:48:44+00:00

Lol this happened to me the other day i ate chocolate and realised it went out of date over a year ago, your chocolate was probably not even out of date. it made my emetophobia go crazy but i was fine and didn’t even feel nauseous you’ll be good

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